Table 1 Classification of severity (score) of clinical findings in calves with otitis

Rectal Temperature

0

≤ 39.2 °C

1

39.3 °C < T° < 40 °C

2

≥ 40 °C

Feces

0

Normal feces

1

Feces softer than normal, but no diarrhea on tail

2

Diarrhea but not profuse, wet tail

3

Profuse watery diarrhea with blood and fibrin, wet tail

Respiratory System

0

No respiratory signs

1*

Induced or spontaneous cough

1*

Nasal discharge

1*

Eye discharge

*one point for each sign

Otoscopic Examination

0

Absence of purulent material

1*

Presence of purulent material

*one point for each side (left/right)

Joints

0

No signs of arthritis

1*

Presence of arthritis

*one point for each affected joint